Right Angle U-cuff Mount

Right Angle U-cuff Mount - open-source assistive technology prototype by the TOM International Community community

The challenge

The Shepherd Center strives to increase patients' independence

when performing activities of daily living such as holding small items

like hygiene tools.

Intended users of this Right Angle U-Cuff Mount are individuals with

limited hand dexterity. This could lead to difficulty hold small items like

hygiene tools.

The Right Angle U-Cuff Mount limits the need for fine motor

movements when using small, handheld items at a right angle by

attaching items to the hand with a custom cuff rather than requiring

the fingers to grasp.

The Right Angle U-Cuff Mount is a handheld, 3D printed device that

uses a customizable, universal cuff, Velcro straps, backing, and base

to secure various hand-held items to the hand.

Tools needed

PC or MAC I7 +

Fusion 360

Prusa slicer

Screwdriver set

Pliers

FDM Printer

The build files for Right Angle U-cuff Mount are free to download from this page - open source, shared by TOM: Tikkun Olam Makers.